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fray

[frey]

fray Definition

  • 1a situation of intense activity, typically one incorporating an element of aggression or competition
  • 2a fight, battle, or skirmish

Using fray: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fray" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The two teams were in a fray to win the championship.

  • Example

    The political fray became increasingly heated as the election approached.

  • Example

    The soldiers were exhausted after the long fray.

  • Example

    The boxer emerged victorious from the fray.

fray Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for fray

Idioms Using fray

  • a situation in which it is impossible to succeed or make progress

    Example

    Trying to convince him to change his mind was a losing battle, so I gave up.

  • a difficult or challenging introduction to a new job or situation

    Example

    Her first week as a teacher was a real baptism of fire, with several disruptive students and a difficult lesson plan.

  • a situation where people are very upset or angry about something that is not important

    Example

    The argument over the office temperature was just a storm in a teacup, and everyone soon forgot about it.

Phrases with fray

  • actively involved in a difficult or competitive situation

    Example

    The new company quickly entered the fray and began to compete with established businesses.

  • irritate or annoy someone

    Example

    His constant criticism really rubbed me up the wrong way and I had to leave the room to avoid an argument.

  • challenge someone to a fight or contest

    Example

    The rival company threw down the gauntlet by announcing their new product launch on the same day as ours.

Origins of fray

from Old French 'freiier', meaning 'to rub'

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Summary: fray in Brief

The term 'fray' [frey] refers to intense activity, often with an element of aggression or competition. It can denote a fight or battle, as in 'The boxer emerged victorious from the fray,' or a competitive situation, as in 'The two teams were in a fray to win the championship.' 'Fray' extends into phrases like 'in the fray,' denoting active involvement, and idioms like 'a losing battle,' implying a futile effort.